What are you paying for mowing/lawn care on your multi unit?

[Jean Bolger]

This is my first summer with my new property. The lawn service that my PM has contracted with is charging $135 for each mowing and cleanup on a 1.5 acre property. That just seems kind of high to me  -- although they are doing a nice thorough job, so that's a plus. Before I jump on him about finding someone else or getting a better price I wanted to get a reality check from other folks about what they might be paying. What do you pay, for how much lawn?

[David T.]

I'm paying on average $50 per yard up to half acre per house. I know in Atlanta it's a struggle to get anyone competent at this time of the year. If you found someone on Craiglist, you'd have to check the work every time. This way, you are putting a value on your time.

Don't move your existing guy out if he's competent unless you're sure of the replacement.